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On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in divorce on Saturday, November 19, 2016.

If you are planning a wedding with your prospective spouse, you may be dealing with all sorts of issues related to marriage. However, prenuptial agreements can be very stressful and some people are concerned about the impact a prenup will have on their financial future, especially for those who have a high net worth. In Jackson County, and counties across the state of Missouri, it is important for you to carefully assess the ins and outs of prenups if you are in this position.

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in divorce on Saturday, November 5, 2016.

Whether you are thinking about splitting up with your spouse or are already in the middle of a divorce, there are a number of factors you may need to take into account, such as child custody and other legal issues. However, divorce can have a significant financial impact on you as well and it is important to understand how property may be divided. For example, if you live in Jackson County and have an annuity, it is important to know how these assets are handled when couples divorce in Missouri.

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in divorce on Thursday, October 6, 2016.

Ideally, spouses are able to sit down with their attorneys in Missouri and come to a reasonable agreement on property division and other issues. Once this is reached, it is taken to the judge, where the final decision is handed down. However, if things do not go so smoothly, it may be much more difficult for both parties to keep their composure while in the court room. The Huffington Post warns that behavior in front of the judge may affect the outcome of the case.

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in divorce on Wednesday, September 14, 2016.

There are many things that seem easier for people of a certain age. But the fact is that we never really know how easy or difficult something is for others. For instance, as this article on The Huffington Post points out, there are many misconceptions people have about people who divorce at a young age. Some people think it's easy; others think it is the result of a careless, immature decision to marry too young.

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in divorce on Wednesday, August 17, 2016.

ust about every week or so, we read about a new study that reveals a link between certain behaviors and an increased risk of divorce. This is not surprising, considering the fact that people often want to know what they can do to protect their marriage from ending.

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in divorce on Wednesday, July 20, 2016.

If you read celebrity news, you may already know that actress Gwyneth Paltrow and musician Chris Martin recently finalized their divorce. The split initially made headlines for Paltrow's use of the phrase "consciously uncoupled" in place of "divorce," and now over two years later, BBC has reported that they are officially and legally uncoupled.

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in divorce on Tuesday, June 28, 2016.

This weekend, residents across Jackson County will be heading out to barbecues, beaches and cabins to celebrate the Fourth of July weekend. But if you are dealing with divorce, this weekend can be about more than celebrating the country's independence: It could also be about celebrating your own independence.

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in divorce on Friday, June 17, 2016.

If you are considering a divorce or if you have been served with a petition, it is possible that you will soon be given advice from friends and family about what to expect regardless of whether you want to hear it or not. The one thing you should know is that the advice may largely be based on their own personal experiences.

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in divorce on Monday, June 13, 2016.

There is no quick and easy way to answer the question posed in the headline of this post. The answer, which may be quite frustrating, is, "it depends." Just as there are different types of assets that may or may not be eligible for distribution in divorce, there are also different types of debt.

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